MOVES TO MANAGE THE MENOPAUSE

You don’t have to endure the changes the menopause brings. These easy exercises will help you to feel like you again – fast

Used to eat what you like, but now find you put on weight easily? You are not imagining it – in fact, women entering the perimenopause gain around 1lb over a year.* ‘Some of it is due to ageing,’ explains consultant gynaecologist Tania Adib. ‘But the drop in oestrogen levels redistributes body fat, so excess pounds settle around the waist.’ While holding on to memories of your 20-something body isn’t ideal, slimming down at this time in

life could lower your risk of arthritis, heart disease and diabetes.

The problem is, stiff joints, low mood and other menopausal changes can make it hard to stick to exercise. ‘The right movement can minimise the effects of the menopause, and keep mind and body working optimally,’ says trainer Antonietta Vicario, VP of talent and training at P.volve. Here’s the workout you need.